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The Fascinating History of Sumo Wrestling

by Tony Sutherland-Smith

A three-panel collage titled “The Fascinating History of Sumo Wrestling” featuring a traditional Japanese painting of a sumo match before nobles, a hand-coloured historical photograph of an outdoor sumo bout with a large crowd, and a dramatic black-and-white photo of one wrestler throwing another during a mid-20th-century match.

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Japanese Shrine and Temple Etiquette for First-Time Visitors

by Tony Sutherland-Smith

A featured blog image about Japanese shrine and temple etiquette for first-time visitors, with three photographs beneath a bold green banner headline. The left photo shows a traditional purification font (chozuya) with ladles used for ritual cleansing. The center photo displays rows of shoes neatly lined up outside a wooden temple hall, and the right photo features a red shrine rack covered in tied omikuji fortune slips, set in a peaceful forested area.

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Japan Train Etiquette (Plus Bus & Taxi Manners Too)

by johanna macgregor

A featured graphic titled "Japan Train Etiquette (Plus Bus & Taxi Manners Too)" shows three transportation scenes: a sleek Shinkansen bullet train at a platform, a green and orange Toei bus at night in Shinjuku, and a black Japanese taxi with "TAXI Goes Next" branding driving through a neon-lit city street.

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Sumo Rules Explained: So You Know What’s Really Happening

by Tony Sutherland-Smith

A promotional image for an article titled "Sumo Rules Explained So You Know What’s Really Happening" features three side-by-side photos from a sumo wrestling match. The left image captures a dramatic throw mid-air, with one wrestler lifting and toppling his opponent. The center image shows two rikishi crouched in starting positions with a gyōji (referee) in ceremonial robes preparing to start the bout. The right image depicts two sumo wrestlers locked in close contact during a grappling exchange. All scenes take place in the dohyō ring surrounded by an attentive crowd.

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Sumo Techniques: The Most Common, Most Rare, & Most Brutal

by Tony Sutherland-Smith

Alt text: A promotional image for sumo wrestling techniques features three dramatic sumo bouts under the bold title "SUMO TECHNIQUES: THE MOST COMMON, MOST RARE, & MOST BRUTAL" on a green background. The left image shows a wrestler executing a powerful throw, lifting his opponent off the ground. The middle image captures a dramatic takedown as one wrestler flips his opponent head over heels onto the clay dohyo. The right image features an intense struggle, with one wrestler gripping his opponent tightly while attempting to overpower him. The matches take place in a traditional sumo arena, with an engaged audience closely watching the action.

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The Diet of Sumo Wrestlers: Myths, Facts & What They Eat

by Tony Sutherland-Smith

A featured image for an article titled "The Diet of Sumo Wrestlers: Myths, Facts & What They Eat." The image is divided into three sections. On the left, a close-up of Chanko Nabe, a hot pot dish with chicken, vegetables, tofu, and mushrooms simmering in broth. In the center, a group photo of three sumo wrestlers sitting on a bench, wearing traditional sumo attire, alongside a family of five standing behind them in a sumo training stable. On the right, a plate of Kakuni (braised pork belly) with daikon radish, green peppers, and a soy-based sauce. The bold yellow banner with black text at the top highlights the article’s theme.

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What Do Sumo Wrestlers Wear: From Tournaments to Training

by Tony Sutherland-Smith

A collage of three images showcasing different clothing worn by sumo wrestlers, with a bold text overlay reading: 'What Do Sumo Wrestlers Wear? - From Tournaments to Training.' The left image captures a sumo match in progress, where a wrestler in a purple mawashi (sumo belt) is being thrown to the ground by another in a black mawashi. The middle image features two sumo wrestlers in a training facility, dressed in black mawashi, sweeping the sumo ring with straw brooms. The right image shows a sumo wrestler wearing a traditional yukata (casual kimono) with a wave pattern, standing outside a sumo venue with three smiling children.

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Black Friday Travel Deals for Japan [2024]

by Anne Sutherland-Smith

Black Friday Travel Deals for Japan

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Want to Visit Japan? 20 Reasons Why You Should NEVER Go!

by Tony Sutherland-Smith

Too Many Types of Yummy Food - Featured

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22 Useful Japanese Phrases for Tourists

by Caleb DeMarais

Japanese Phrases - Cheers - Featured

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